In it's fourth year, the Arts Council is proud to present this
evening series for 2012.
Some of the most renowned local artists will
share an up-close and personal glimpse into their lives and their work.
This educational and entertaining series is of no charge and open to the
public. Refreshments sponsored by Whole Foods.

Maney explains her approach to her art, "The language of color is profound in my exploration of the painting process. I consider myself an Abstract Expressionist. It is color that determines the shape, motion and texture in the

design and composition of my work. Emotional expression and meditation are the directive elements of my style. I experience my passion for life through my paintings."

Maney elaborates on her style, "I create sensually bold and commanding works with acrylics and mixed media on canvas, paper and wood. By using plastic, scrapers and printmaking brayers, in addition to brushes and palette knives, I am able to begin in a chaotic style before developing my focal point. Working with the canvas on the floor adds to the strength of my paintings by giving me the freedom to continue working visually around the canvas." She continues, "My work is nonobjective and abstract with figures depending on the mood that carries my thought process. My intention is to invite the viewer to become lost in my paintings, like a journey, feeling emotions of pleasure, playfulness and drama."

Her creations have appeared in numerous solo exhibitions including, most recently, "Australia/New Zealand on My Mind and Then Some" at the University Club of Nashville

at Vanderbilt in 2012; "New Paintings" at Auld Alliance Gallery in 2010; and "Figure Paintings" at Sarratt Gallery in Vanderbilt University, and "Not By Chance" at Leu Gallery in Belmont University in 2009. She was invited to various group exhibitions including, most recently, "Exploration" at River Gallery, Chattanooga, and "Vessels and Visions" at Centennial Art Center in Nashville, both in 2011; "Modern Girls" at Custom House Museum, Clarksville, Tenn., in 2010; and All That Jazz at River Gallery in Chattanooga in 2007. She received cash awards for her art at the Tennessee Watercolor Society's show at Chattanooga State Community College in 2010, and Tennessee Art League's show at the Central South Art Exhibition in Nashville in 2009.

Originally from Murfreesboro, Maney studied for two years toward a bachelor of liberal arts, social work, at the University of Georgia, Athens, Ga. Since 1988, she has pursued art classes and workshops at various artists' studios, museums and universities. She is a member of the Tennessee Art League, serving as a board member from 2007 to 2011; Nashville Artists Guild; and Tennessee Watercolor Society, serving as regional director from 1992 to 1994. For more information on Maney, please visit her website at www.ediemaneyart.com.

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Come mingle with some of the notable artists from our area and beyond.
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm